After years of organizing, our movement has won: End Endless Probation is now law! Too many children were set up to fail under a system that kept them trapped in probation. With AB 1376, we’re prioritizing youth success, helping young people transition off probation and back into their communities.

Nonprofits are the backbone of our communities; they shouldn’t be targeted for cheap political gain. As a former nonprofit leader, I’ve seen how hard these organizations work with limited resources to serve those in need.

AB 1230 is now law! Together, we’re ensuring students facing expulsion get the individualized support they need to learn, grow, and thrive. Grateful to @cagovernornewsom.bsky.social for standing with us to fight the school-to-prison pipeline.

Birth control is now within reach for more Californians. I’m proud to have led AB 50 to ensure Medi-Cal recipients can get safe, FDA-approved contraception over-the-counter—no prescription required. Access to care should never depend on your income or insurance.

No person should face deportation in court alone. @asmmiabonta.bsky.social’s bill AB 1261 expands access to a lawyer for unaccompanied children to defend their rights in court. @cagovernornewsom.bsky.social - Protect children from Trump's mass deportations and sign AB 1261 into law!

As we fight against Trump’s authoritarian deportation machine, AB 1261 will help children facing immigration in California obtain legal counsel to ensure they have a fair day in court. This bill is a question of our values, and I’m hopeful @cagovernornewsom.bsky.social will see the need to sign it.

National Voter Registration Day is a reminder: democracy is hard-won, and every vote matters. Over 50 years ago, the Black Panthers led voter drives and ran for office across the Bay Area, creating a path that has allowed me, and countless others, to hold seats of power.

Pride’s not over in Oakland! Grateful to be among @stonewalldemocrats.bsky.social friends in celebration of the progress we have made and in commitment to standing up against the harmful policies of this administration.

It was an honor to recognize the talent, compassion, and contributions of Oakland's own Marshawn Lynch at the Capitol. A star on the field, on the screen, and in the community, Marshawn truly represents what it means to be an Oaklander and a Californian.

We just voted to empower California voters and neutralize Trump’s power grab. We will not roll over to republicans and their attacks on democracy. We are giving the voters a choice, which wasn’t afforded to our brothers and sisters in Texas.

Our fall internship application is now open! If you’re a student interested in learning about California State Legislature and supporting the priorities of Assembly District 18, please apply by September 12th!

In case you missed it, ICE has been spotted in Oakland this week. Here's what we know and what we're doing to protect Oaklanders.

It was a treat to have #TeamBonta’s whole summer intern class together in Sacramento, including Beatrice and Tharuka from the district and Edward from the Capitol. Thank you for your dedication and service to AD-18!

Medicare was signed into law 60 years ago today, providing a lifeline for millions of Americans ever since. While Republicans in DC target this critical program, l am committed to ensuring a healthy future remains in reach for ALL because health care is a human right.

Do you have a vision of safer streets for your community? Turn your ideas into life-saving action with OakDOT’s new pilot program. Applications are now being accepted and can be found at the link in my bio! @cityofoakland.bsky.social

Happy birthday to my friend, our mayor, the Honorable Barbara Lee! 🎉🥳🎁

I’m deeply concerned with what seems like a violation of public trust that has occurred with information from local law enforcement being shared with federal agents who seek to tear our communities apart. (1/4)

Lake Temescal is Open for Swimming! Thanks to the work of EBRPD, maintaining this Oakland gem from the 1870s, supporting water quality, local recreation, and preservation of our natural world. #TeamBonta hiked Lake Temescal to learn about the ongoing efforts to preserve this reservoir.

All smiles after presenting AB 1376 to end endless probation in Senate Public Safety Committee. Proud to stand with such dedicated advocates committed to creating a youth justice system that promotes rehabilitation and lifelong success. Our fight continues!

Today, we celebrate over 160 years of freedom as we recommit ourselves to dismantling all systems of injustice wherever they still exist. I'm proud to represent such a diverse community with such a steadfast commitment to racial justice and equity.

I was proud to join my local leaders and advocates to condemn the violent ICE raids hitting our streets and to stand up for our US Senator, my friend, @padilla.senate.gov This administration is militarizing our communities as they attempt to descend this country into authoritarianism.

Our children are our future. Investing in our childcare providers is critical to ensuring they have the resources to raise the next generation. I am proud to stand with them today and every day. 🍎💪🏾🔥

It was an honor to attend Mayor Barbara Lee’s Inaugural Celebrations in East Oakland at Liberation Park and in the beautiful Jack London Square. The events highlighted Oakland’s rich culture, resilience, and community power and marked the beginning of a new season with Mayor Lee leading the way.

I’m horrified to see our Senator tackled and handcuffed for representing our state. If this is how this administration is treating our elected officials in front of the press, we know they are acting even more brazenly toward our vulnerable communities behind closed doors.

Dr. Marvin Boomer Jr. should still be with us today. I am grateful to his family for allowing me the honor of uplifting his legacy on the Assembly floor this week. There are no words that can soften the blow of such an incredible loss.

Immigrants are the backbone of our communities and our economy. These are our tíos, our tías, our students, and our friends. Chaos isn’t being brought by them but by ruthless federal agents. President Trump must de-escalate.

I am sickened to see the cruel, brutal, and inhumane ICE raids affecting Angelenos today, including the violent detainment of SEIU CA President David Huerta. This isn’t about law and order but sowing fear into our communities. We must demand justice and accountability.

Team Bonta is breezing through House of Origin Week. We’re advancing bills to protect reproductive care, tackle the school-to-prison pipeline, promote affordable housing, respond to federal threats, and more. I look forward to continuing to advance our East Bay priorities in the Senate!

Today, we welcomed Mayor Barbara Lee to Sacramento to honor her lifetime of service on the Assembly floor. Collaboration across levels of government will be crucial for the success of Oaklanders and Californians across the state. It was a pleasure to have Oakland’s 52nd Mayor in the house!

AB 1376 passed the Assembly floor. Our youth deserve evidence-based policies that will set them up for future success, not endless cycles of interaction with our justice system. I appreciate the support of my colleagues and look forward to continuing to advance this conversation.

It was great to have The Unity Council at the Capitol to recognize them as our AD-18 nonprofit of the year.

Here’s the truth: the big bill you’re hearing about from DC will cut vital services like SNAP to give billionaires a tax break. Republicans know by adding hurdles to access SNAP, they can kick millions of working-class Americans who rely on this program off of these benefits and onto our streets.

Congratulations to Merritt College’s class of 2025! Thank you for allowing me to serve as your commencement speaker tonight. Your hard work has paid off, and you have climbed a mountain that may have once felt insurmountable.

Balancing our budget on the backs of our immigrant community’s healthcare is never going to be on the table for me. Our budget is not a unilateral decision and I’m proud to stand with my Latino Caucus colleagues in demanding we come to an agreement that serves ALL of our constituents.

I was honored to join Californians for Safety and Justice, Bay Area Community Resources, #TimeDone, and other partners for the 4th Annual Bay Area Student Barber Expo and Record Expungement Clinic this weekend. In California, 1 in 5 residents, over 8 million, live with a past conviction or record.

Happy Mother’s Day to all the beautiful mamas out there, including my own. She taught me the value of advocacy and standing up for what’s right, and I wouldn’t be where I am today without her. I also want to send my love to all those missing their moms today & those hoping to become moms themselves.

It was great to be in conversation with local leaders at The Unity Council here in the vibrant Fruitvale District in the heart of Oakland to discuss pressing issues facing Latinas and their families and identify ways we can utilize our collective power to respond to this moment.

Trump gutted federal funding for CASAs and their invaluable service for neglected & abused children. Our foster youth and other youth navigating the legal system cannot afford for California to strip funding away as well. I’m thankful for my colleagues’ support to maintain this crucial funding.

Kaiser is the largest health plan in California. Yet when my committee invites them to participate in a hearing about their Behavioral Health Care System, they can’t be bothered to show up. Here’s what I think of their two-page response: 🚮

I’m proud that my bill to establish the right to legal representation for unaccompanied minors in immigration proceedings passed the Asm. Judiciary Committee. I was honored to have @first5california.bsky.social’s Jorge De La Cruz by my side, and I look forward to continuing to advance this bill.

I’m thrilled to be joining my friend, our Congresswoman, @replsimon.bsky.social, for her town hall in Alameda tomorrow evening! In this moment of political chaos, it’s more important than ever to have these collaborations, and I’m proud to have such a strong fighter representing our community.

California’s youth deserve evidence-based justice policy, not endless dehumanization and oppression. I’m proud to lead AB 1376 this year to promote restorative justice and combat the school-to-prison pipeline. Thank you to the dedicated advocates for supporting me in promoting youth justice.

It was an honor to speak to this year’s IGNITE National participants as they gathered at the Capitol to ensure the voices of young girls are represented in our policymaking. (1/2)

Feliz cumpleaños to my friend and a California labor icon, Dolores Huerta. I wouldn’t be where I am today without your trailblazing. Your lifelong commitment to advocacy and improving the lives of underserved communities inspires us all.

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